Cornhole Game

Hey Lumber Jocks,I’m trying at every opportunity to improve my skills with other tools. This project wasn’t very difficult but time consuming. I used half inch plywood and select 2×4s to construct this game. I also practiced with spraying high gloss poly with a spray gun. I used only for the triangle red mahogany stain to give it some contrast. I built this for a church to have a picnic and I’m sure they will enjoy it, cause the wife and me tried it out. It’s really fun.

Here’s the website you need to build your own game. Just finished playing the game with several people and now they want me to build them some games. Hope it helps. “http://www.cornholehowto.com/build-them-boards/dimensions”

Nice set, every set I make has been painted. I have been wanting to make a “furniture grade” set stained as well. They are fun to make and you can go as “fancy” as you want. I bet the first dovetail joinery I do will be on a cornhole set. Why? because if I screw it up….it’s just cornhole.

cornhole is a popular game in cincinnati. Rumor has it originated here.Dimensions are simple.2’x4’ with a 6” hole 9” down from top (O.C.)The back should sit about 12” from the ground, the front about 4”. Works close to a 10degree angle on the legs. Most built with 1/2 ply and 2×4’s. I have done some with 1×4 and 3/4 ply. They are lighter even with the heavier top.

I have found pocket hole screws work great for securing the top. That way you don’t have exposed hardware OR have to fill.

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